Saints Row: The Third

 Xbox 360
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7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 546 Ratings

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  1. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    6
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees!
  2. detourdude
    Jun 2, 2023
    8
    I was genuinely surprised with this game. I expected it to be a horrible but it's pretty fun and I enjoyed the story for what it was. I think your expectations really determine how you'll feel about, expect a lot of over the top elements and a bunch of goofy shenanigans.
  3. Sunna
    Apr 26, 2023
    8
    This is a very fun game and some of the jokes are crazy man. They really should have remake this game!
  4. JJ2FAS4U
    Dec 28, 2021
    6
    Atmosphere: 6
    Enjoyment: 6
    Gameplay: 7
    Graphics: 6
    Music: 5
    Story: 5
    Total: 5.83
  5. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Dec 23, 2021
    8
    The most refined of the series. While some of the activities of SR 2 have been removed, everything else has been improved. In addition to the campaign, there's a horde mode and online co-op. If you liked the previous two entries, then you'll like this one too. It's Jackass meets GTA. I'd rate it with an 8.4 out of 10.
  6. CloudStrife05
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    This is where the series really changed and it was a great change. The series went from being called "That GTA wannabe" to Saints Row. Great game play, driving in the airplane was awesome and the game was funny af.
  7. genesisdoes
    Oct 2, 2020
    7
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    Saints Row 3 and I have always had a rocky relationship. I was so excited for it to release due to my love for the 2nd installment and upon playing, I really enjoyed it but I pretty quickly realized that it didn't hold a candle to Saints Row 2. I still feel that way. The game is pretty good and it did a good job a establishing a more unique identity from Grand Theft Auto    Picture
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    Saints Row 3 and I have always had a rocky relationship. I was so excited for it to release due to my love for the 2nd installment and upon playing, I really enjoyed it but I pretty quickly realized that it didn't hold a candle to Saints Row 2. I still feel that way.

    The game is pretty good and it did a good job a establishing a more unique identity from Grand Theft Auto but the amount of cut content from SR2 is just too much for me to even consider having a conversation about which one is better. To me, 2 is undeniably a better game in almost every single aspect. That's why, for a long time, I really didn't like Saints Row 3.

    Nowadays, I'm closer to the middle. I can appreciate it for what it is but I won't forget how much substance is gone from Saints Row 2... but on its own, it ain't half bad.
    I beat this game in August of 2020 after beating it many times before.    … Expand
  8. Cementer200
    Sep 28, 2020
    8
    Saints Row The Third is a good game. SR3 is a open world game game set in a city called Silport with a good missions and good side activities but the game play is ok. SR3 isn't as good as Saints Row 2.
  9. SWFan523
    Jun 21, 2020
    8
    A total blast. Leader in open world absurdism before GTA V ran with a lot of what SR3 did. Light on story but heavy on fun. Worth a buy if you haven't played.
  10. JACK15q
    Apr 9, 2020
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played. Its amazing from its story, graphics to action. You can basically do what ever you want in this game and I love it.
  11. brendo214
    May 22, 2019
    9
    Looking at it from a purely critical standpoint, Saints Row: The Third is probably the best in the series.
  12. Broyax
    Apr 17, 2017
    8
    Tout ce qui manque à GTA 4 est dans Saints Row 3 et peut se résumer en quelques mots : on s'éclate comme un goret à faire n'importe quoi ! encore plus barrée et déjantée que le 2, la campagne est excellente, très créative et surprenante à la fois. Les "activités" annexes ont été sensiblement améliorées, optimisées, de même que la maniabilité générale. Seule la conduite des voitures et desTout ce qui manque à GTA 4 est dans Saints Row 3 et peut se résumer en quelques mots : on s'éclate comme un goret à faire n'importe quoi ! encore plus barrée et déjantée que le 2, la campagne est excellente, très créative et surprenante à la fois. Les "activités" annexes ont été sensiblement améliorées, optimisées, de même que la maniabilité générale. Seule la conduite des voitures et des motos marque encore le pas, pas de progrès à ce niveau hélas.

    Avec l'expérience engrangée lors des missions, on débloque des "aptitudes" pas banales qui tiennent presque de la triche (!), car tout est possible dans SR 3 : des munitions illimitées, des frappes aériennes... envie de faire le ménage en hélico ? no problemo. Tout écraser avec un char ? le jeu vous en prie ! et ainsi de suite... on se surprend à rigoler devant sa télé tant Volition a mis le paquet et les **** plats dans les grands. Le défoulement à l'état pur.

    Parfois quelques bugs (une cible à voler qui s'autodétruit quand on arrive...) et bien qu'en progrès depuis SR2, les graphismes restent loin d'un GTA 4 et la ville également dans son ensemble. De surcroît, ça rame encore plus souvent que le jeu de Rockstar, un comble. On regrette aussi l'absence de voix VF.

    Je termine avec le dernier point fort de SR 3 : la personnalisation toujours aussi poussée de son personnage (qui peut être féminin ce qui ne gâche rien, loin de là...) digne des Sims, un régal.    … Expand
  13. Ayrean
    Apr 12, 2017
    9
    Over the years pretty much everyone has heard about Saints Row. While most call it a GTA clone i like to look at the wider picture.
    Being the third in the series this one brings all thye experience the developers have gathered during the first and second part. What in turn delivers from such is one funny ride. Saints Row 3 was never meant to be taken to seriously. This is about Mayhem and    Over the years pretty much everyone has heard about Saints Row. While most call it a GTA clone i like to look at the wider picture.
    Being the third in the series this one brings all thye experience the developers have gathered during the first and second part. What in turn delivers from such is one funny ride. Saints Row 3 was never meant to be taken to seriously. This is about Mayhem and immature jokes, both of which i enjoy in a game.
    I enjoyed this more then GTA IV at that time and it aged a lot better in my book aswell. At this day i STILL enjoy going back and leting it all go. Pleasure therapy for when you had a **** day.
    Ofcourse there are some things worth considering.. Although this game is good at its minimum it doesnt touch the story of part 2. But thats one of the charms of Saints Row over the years.. by topping themselves every time. I strongly recommend this part if you can take things lightly in life. Dont let the negative critics hold you off. By now this game can be found dirt cheap. But even at full price it was worth every cent.    … Expand
  14. Asifhaque
    Jun 23, 2016
    9
    Amazing virtual reality in gaming. Dream-come-true for open-world lovers. Great game for making good attitude. Cool story, huge contents, epic gameplay. Smile-maker with actions. Love this game. :D
  15. Shadow1
    Jun 13, 2016
    8
    This game is very amazing and have got him moments . Graphics is awesome and gameplay is amazing and this is main pluses all Saints Row . I love Saints Row 3, 4 and Gat out of Hell and I think Saints Row The Third even better than Grand Theft Auto IV and Mafia II . In this game storyline is better than in GTA IV and MII and gameplay and physics much better than in GTA IV and all the sameThis game is very amazing and have got him moments . Graphics is awesome and gameplay is amazing and this is main pluses all Saints Row . I love Saints Row 3, 4 and Gat out of Hell and I think Saints Row The Third even better than Grand Theft Auto IV and Mafia II . In this game storyline is better than in GTA IV and MII and gameplay and physics much better than in GTA IV and all the same Saints Row The Third is not better than Mafia II, but better than GTA IV . Awesome game with her moments and awesome graphics for 2011 .… Expand
  16. FlushtheFashion
    Oct 16, 2015
    9
    Volition Inc. & THQ have brought us to Steelport in the hands of the Third Street Saints. After the previous game ended in a violence and explosions, the Saints joined forces with Ultor Corp and transformed from a simple street gang into a multi media powerhouse.

    In the proceeding 3 years they have all grown up. Energy drinks, movie deals, fortune and a massive following in this insane    Volition Inc. & THQ have brought us to Steelport in the hands of the Third Street Saints. After the previous game ended in a violence and explosions, the Saints joined forces with Ultor Corp and transformed from a simple street gang into a multi media powerhouse.

    In the proceeding 3 years they have all grown up. Energy drinks, movie deals, fortune and a massive following in this insane edition.

    Playing as the ‘Boss’ the story joins up alongside previous characters Johnny Gat, Shaudi and newbie tag along Josh Birk (actor, researching his ‘role’ in the upcoming movie). The crew attempt to steal a banks vault in the opening mission, Birk (aptly named) sets off an alarm in the process, alerting SWPD.

    Let’s say things don’t go to plan and once the dust clears the objective of the game is to rebuild the gang and the empire to their former glory.

    A new approach has been brought to the table on the mission structure. Previously seeing separate missions for each rival gang concluding in the final mission. SR3 offers a tighter construction with all missions intertwined. Leading decisions of the player affect through the whole game, including alternate endings.

    Without giving too much away its time to move away from the high octane, fast paced campaign, to land in WHORED MODE. Word plays from the get go this mode is survival/ horde based; defeating waves & levels with a colorful and strange array of enemies. Whether it’s giant women with big bazookas to gimps wielding massive purple **** swords and multicoloured walking cats.

    Guns, ammo and grenades are plentiful so wreaking havoc is always a must. Although it’s not horrendously long it offers a lot of difference and laugh out loud fun.

    2011 titles have seen more and more heavily customisable characters and surroundings. THQ have a great custom engine in game that gives players a more free and in-depth feel to creating a truly unique avatar and gang. Pre built models are available to use if this side of the game is not your cup O’tea.

    Game play has the open world (GTA type) freedom you would expect, third person views, multiple drivable vehicles (bikes to aircraft) all set on the streets.

    Saints Row The Third Along with the main story come mini missions, games & activities, turf wars and generally causing chaos. Get carried away with it though and the ‘five-o’ will be over you like a rash (unless you like the challenge of course).

    Graphics have a fresh and funky look too, you get the occasional pixelation if the game is not installed to the hard drive, but I like the whole comic / cartoon type textures & colours, giving a fictional feel. Keeping in line with the more humorous side the game offers.

    For players who venture online there is a co-op campaign and whored mode. They are available locally as well, only by use of a code (with game/ purchasable) which must be activated to allow access.

    The team decided to axe online multiplayer i.e. Deathmatch’ with a savvy shout too, mainly to save time, money and disappointment. Due to First Person Shooters taking most of all current online multiplayer gaming.

    Saints Row: The Third does a great job of filling the void Grand Theft Auto (its main adversary) left behind. This time THQ and Volition have delivered a much bigger game with easy to follow objectives & markers and it’s not too hard to pick up on the easier settings either.

    If you like this sort of thing, it’s definitely worth picking up (at least until GTA V comes out).    … Expand
  17. GamingGuy
    Feb 20, 2015
    5
    I have to admit, "Saints Row: The Third," is okay. It wasn't bad but it wasn't amazing per say. I couldn't stand the fact that a notorious street gang went from selling drugs to being "pop icons." I thought that was the stupidest thing that adult swim changed. I totally understand they wanted to do something different but it was completely stupid to change the whole main plot of the story,I have to admit, "Saints Row: The Third," is okay. It wasn't bad but it wasn't amazing per say. I couldn't stand the fact that a notorious street gang went from selling drugs to being "pop icons." I thought that was the stupidest thing that adult swim changed. I totally understand they wanted to do something different but it was completely stupid to change the whole main plot of the story, that's the huge thing. The activities was alright, not the greatest, but alright. At least they kept that. They did follow the story at least a little bit, the third street saints was still ran like a gang. There was some funny moments in it, I have to admit, running around with a **** and beating people with it was hilarious!! The combat system did improve with more executions!! That is one positive aspect of the game. But this game is specifically designed for more of the laid back gamer who just wants to get together with friends and have fun with them. This isn't like the first and second one at all. I think that the first and second saints row is built for the more serious gamers which includes myself. That's just my opinion. But back to reviewing the game, I just don't look at a gang being "pop icons." Like I said, I thought that was the stupidest thing adult swim could've done. That's why I rate this a 5. When I found out that adult swim changed the whole plot of the game went down a lot (basically from a 10 down to 6). Like I said, this game is more for the laid back gamer who just play for fun. This isn't for serious gamers.… Expand
  18. TheWildBlue
    Jan 4, 2015
    6
    A slightly fun romp through a new town, Steelport.

    My only real gripe here is the mini-games. Drive a tiger around- isn't that fun and cwazy? No, it's lame and lazy, from my eyes. Other than that, the storyline is a'ight, the gameplay is the best in the series, and the co-op aspect is flawless. If you haven't played it, I suggest SR2 and this title- they are some of the best co-op    A slightly fun romp through a new town, Steelport.

    My only real gripe here is the mini-games. Drive a tiger around- isn't that fun and cwazy? No, it's lame and lazy, from my eyes.

    Other than that, the storyline is a'ight, the gameplay is the best in the series, and the co-op aspect is flawless. If you haven't played it, I suggest SR2 and this title- they are some of the best co-op experiences I've had in a game.    … Expand
  19. fullmetalcritic
    Dec 11, 2014
    7
    As an alternative to GTA, a much more light-hearted comedic approach to the open world game, this is a must play for anyone who enjoys open worlds. Though the childish humor has its droll moments, in a lot of cases it's quite comedic. Though the story and character design leaves some wanting, the world is quite beautiful as a more cartoony look instead of the real world atmosphere providedAs an alternative to GTA, a much more light-hearted comedic approach to the open world game, this is a must play for anyone who enjoys open worlds. Though the childish humor has its droll moments, in a lot of cases it's quite comedic. Though the story and character design leaves some wanting, the world is quite beautiful as a more cartoony look instead of the real world atmosphere provided by GTA or Red Dead Redemption.… Expand
  20. ethanvenzin
    Nov 8, 2014
    8
    So saints row the third is very disappointing for those who plays and enjoy saints row 1 and 2 it is dumbed down and they removed a lot of things in the game.
    But don't get me wrong here this game is freakin awesome it is super fun especially with the parachute but still the story is not that great most of the new characters are so unmemorable and the story progression is bad it is very    So saints row the third is very disappointing for those who plays and enjoy saints row 1 and 2 it is dumbed down and they removed a lot of things in the game.
    But don't get me wrong here this game is freakin awesome it is super fun especially with the parachute but still the story is not that great most of the new characters are so unmemorable and the story progression is bad it is very linear and don't forget the 3 gangs to one story
    But if you like what GTA franchise can't do that is unrealistic fun get this game real quick    … Expand
  21. BrupcatBR
    Oct 28, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i will repost the review. here we go
    the story (contains a lot of spoilers): Two years after the Ultor Corporation's destruction, the 3rd Street Saints have turned their street gang into a media empire, becoming icons and household names across the world, with their own energy drink, Japanese commercials, toys, a large fanbase, and a movie deal in the works. However, when the Saints' leader (usually referred to simply as "the Boss") and two lieutenants, Shaundi and Johnny Gat, attempt to rob a bank as a publicity stunt, the bank tellers unexpectedly start shooting back. The police, who they had paid off beforehand subsequently intervene and arrest the Saints.

    The Saints' leaders are shortly released to the man who owned the targeted bank, Phillipe Loren, the leader of a criminal organization known as "the Syndicate;" on his private jet, Loren offers to let the Saints live if they turn over most of their earnings. The Saints' leaders refuse and break out, but Gat is apparently killed[i] as the Boss and Shaundi escape via parachute.

    Upon landing, the Boss and Shaundi find themselves in Steelport, the dystopian criminal city controlled by the Syndicate's three gangs: The Morning Star, a gang with advanced technology equipment, controlled by Loren himself, the Luchadores, a Mexican gang led by the killer wrestler Killbane, and the Deckers, a hacker-based gang led by Matt Miller. The Boss quickly calls in another lieutenant from the Saints' hometown of Stilwater, Pierce Washington, and begins attacking the Morning Star's businesses, culminating with an attack on Loren's headquarters. In this raid Loren is killed and the giant superhuman Oleg Kirlov, the basis of the cloned "brutes" the Syndicate uses, is rescued.

    The Boss briefly returns to Stilwater for Johnny Gat's funeral but while his hearse is held up at the reopening of the Hughes Memorial Bridge, overseen by Senator Monica Hughes, Killbane attacks the Saints and destroys the bridge. To retaliate, the Boss seeks out anti-Syndicate talent, recruiting Oleg as an enforcer, ex-FBI hacker Kinzie Kensington as an informant; Zimos, the oldest pimp in Steelport; and Angel de la Muerte, Killbane's vengeful former tag-team partner. They are later joined by Viola DeWynter, one of Loren's twin lieutenants, after Killbane kills her twin sister Kiki out of rage due to a failed assassination attempt on the Boss. Her defection, however, coincides with the arrival of the paramilitary S.T.A.G. (Special Tactical Anti-Gang) forces in Steelport, created by Senator Hughes to end gang violence once and for all. The Saints take on STAG regardless, resulting in Steelport going under martial law, whilst also dealing with the Syndicate.

    After providing Kinzie with the appropriate technology, the Boss enters the Deckers mainframe, defeating Deckers leader Matt Miller's avatar in a virtual reality fight and driving him and most of the Deckers out of town. At Angel's insistence, the Boss opts to take on Killbane by killing the other contestants in his Murderbrawl XXXI pay-per-view to gain entrance, and then, with Angel's help, defeating Killbane. Following his humiliating defeat, an enraged Killbane responds by instigating several attacks on the Saints and STAG throughout Steelport to cause chaos.

    Whilst quelling the fighting between the Luchadores and STAG, the Boss is simultaneously informed that Killbane is escaping the city while STAG second-in-command Kia is holding Shaundi, Viola, and Mayor Burt Reynolds hostage at a Steelport monument rigged to blow to frame the Saints. If the Boss saves Shaundi and kills Kia, the Saints are held as heroes; the ending of the game subsequently shows the boss tracking Killbane down to Mars and killing him in what is ultimately revealed to be a scene from the Saints sci-fi film Gangstas in Space, which the Boss and several members are acting in. Saints Row IV follows this ending. Alternately, if the boss kills Killbane and lets Shaundi die, the monument's destruction is used as a pretext by STAG to attack Steelport with the airborne aircraft carrier Daedalus. The Boss destroys the Daedalus, killing STAG leader Cyrus Temple in the process, and declares Steelport an independent city-state under the Saints' control. next: the game gives you an fun and unforgetable experience, full of cars, good character custumization, and if it does not sadisfy you, you have the mods. close to Saints Row IV, this one is better in a whole new level. next: amazing story. for me, i think that this game is one of the best games ever. 10/10. i cannot say if i recommend you or not, its your opinion.    … Expand
  22. DoUEvnLft
    Sep 30, 2014
    6
    A massive step down from the amazing quality of Saints Row 2. It's certainly not a terrible game, but it's just simply not as fun or as unique as it's predecessor.
  23. WatchMyShortz
    Aug 21, 2014
    5
    I still haven't played Saints Row 2 and I feel I need to, because I've been told that it's better than Saints Row The Third in many ways. After it's awesome first 3 hours Saints Row The Third really starts to show its stale spots. I'm a fan of open world games that give me plenty of optional side activities for me to do outside of the main missions. My problem with Saints Row The Third isI still haven't played Saints Row 2 and I feel I need to, because I've been told that it's better than Saints Row The Third in many ways. After it's awesome first 3 hours Saints Row The Third really starts to show its stale spots. I'm a fan of open world games that give me plenty of optional side activities for me to do outside of the main missions. My problem with Saints Row The Third is that, while there are activities like Gang Takedowns and mini games to do in the open world, the main missions force you to do these anyway.
    There's no doubt that most of the main missions are great and there's so much creativity. Hell, there's even a mission where you have to drive a tiger around the city while avoiding 'press' vans and trying not to piss off the tiger! The first mission also gives you really good first impressions. But despite this level of creativity I always felt like the overall game was missing something and I ended up not doing the side activities and just doing the main missions which made for an extremely linear 12 hour experience.
    The city of Steelport was not worked on enough in The Third. I did not feel the need to return to the game and explore it once I'd completed it and the graphics are average. My final gripe with the game is that it really started to show its bugs near the end. The game froze twice in my last two hours playing it and on the last mission when travelling to destinations enemies would practically spawn directly in front of me causing me to crash into them. This is pretty bad considering this game came out 3 years ago and many of its issues still haven't been patched.
    Aside from those issues the game is still a ton of fun. You can pick it up pretty cheap now second-hand and it does have its share of variety, interesting characters and a unique visual style...and sex jokes, lots and lots of sex jokes. This game goes over-the-top a lot, but while I could recommend this game to people at its current exchange price there are plenty of other excellent games out there that also go over-the-top but don't have as many of this games annoyances and are generally just more fun. While I've yet to play previous Saints Row titles I'd recommend Saints Row 4. Sure it reuses the open world in this game, but at least it's filled with collectibles that get you to explore Steelport more, the side missions are incredibly fun (especially insurance fraud) and they're not mandatory, and the creativity put into all of the missions is truly unparalleled and the amount of fun you can have with the superpowers is practically unlimited. Plus, I've put over 40 hours into SR4 and a maximum of 13 hours into The Third.    … Expand
  24. Brainstorm123
    Aug 14, 2014
    5
    I walked in thinking Saints Row 3 was gonna be a blast. And it was, for the first 3 hours. The game throws everything at you, and you have tons of fun playing with them. But the novelty wears off when you realise you can access things really quickly. The shooting and driving is really fun, especially when you're in a helicopter. And it's really funny. But since you do things so much,I walked in thinking Saints Row 3 was gonna be a blast. And it was, for the first 3 hours. The game throws everything at you, and you have tons of fun playing with them. But the novelty wears off when you realise you can access things really quickly. The shooting and driving is really fun, especially when you're in a helicopter. And it's really funny. But since you do things so much, things get REALLY BORING, REALLY FAST!… Expand
  25. andyg1
    Aug 6, 2014
    0
    well well well saints row ermmmmm crap to start with, I thought this game looked really good but I was soooooooo wrong. The game play sucks so boring and stupid, 6 million bullets in ur head and you still live , I find all you do in this game is fight loads of people and get no where. I cannot understand why this poop is so high rated, doesn't the price drop of the game tell youwell well well saints row ermmmmm crap to start with, I thought this game looked really good but I was soooooooo wrong. The game play sucks so boring and stupid, 6 million bullets in ur head and you still live , I find all you do in this game is fight loads of people and get no where. I cannot understand why this poop is so high rated, doesn't the price drop of the game tell you something straight away, im so glad I only borrowed it and never bought it as would of been a complete waste of money, I played this for about 20 mins and I wish I could have that 20 mins of my life back,,,sorry saints fans this SUCKS.........… Expand
  26. PolisKanin
    Jul 25, 2014
    8
    I'm shocked to be saying this, but this THQ game is good. The gameplay may not be super original, but it is still fun. The story isn't amazing but is quite enjoyable. I am ashamed to say, I have spend over 10 minutes on the streaking minigame alone.
  27. ITZZZPERRY
    Jul 7, 2014
    8
    Saints Row: The Third is unlike any game I have ever played. It is crazy, yet also hilarious. Those who want to laugh for hours should play this game. The gunplay eventually feels a little bit stale, but new weapons help to spice up the gameplay.
  28. Yankeee007
    Jul 4, 2014
    9
    Saints row the third is crazy , a massive world an epic story ,great graphics ,great music ,and I haven't seen a game with a lot of humor since paper mario back on the N64, this game is as good as gta games and you will have a blast playing it . Buy it now
  29. TheSquirrel
    Jun 27, 2014
    5
    A mediocre addition to a very full genre, gunplay and driving are weak and the story makes me hate my character more and more the farther I get. The environment size and variety of tasks available are commendable and the character building and upgrading are an addition I would like to see more games in this genre adopt.

    In the end though, you realize there a a variety of other similar    A mediocre addition to a very full genre, gunplay and driving are weak and the story makes me hate my character more and more the farther I get. The environment size and variety of tasks available are commendable and the character building and upgrading are an addition I would like to see more games in this genre adopt.

    In the end though, you realize there a a variety of other similar games that deserve your time more than this one.    … Expand
  30. HaloFever
    Jun 19, 2014
    9
    There is no underselling the amount of fun to be had in "Saints Row: the Third". The game is simply a joy to play. Little mechanics, like being able to leap into an oncoming car to steal it, make the game much quicker, and more fun than its competition. Some of the content in "Saints Row: the Third" is far too unsavory for an enjoyable video game. Some of the content, though, is soThere is no underselling the amount of fun to be had in "Saints Row: the Third". The game is simply a joy to play. Little mechanics, like being able to leap into an oncoming car to steal it, make the game much quicker, and more fun than its competition. Some of the content in "Saints Row: the Third" is far too unsavory for an enjoyable video game. Some of the content, though, is so insanely bonkers that you'll wish you were sharing the game with an audience. My only complaint is the rinse and repeat events that litter the game world. The story missions are great, and some of the repeatable events like tank destruction sprees are great, but others are a real pain.… Expand
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#36 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#21 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 70 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 61 out of 70
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 70
  3. Negative: 0 out of 70
  1. Xbox Achievements
    Feb 15, 2012
    84
    Volition gets many things right in Saints Row: The Third in what is no doubt a fine sequel, but it's very much a case of sequelitis for the THQ franchise. The zany and over-the-top nature, well-written script and whole host of sandbox toys are held back ever so slightly by the oddly paced and repetitive proceedings of the game's main story.
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  2. Gamer.no
    Feb 7, 2012
    60
    Saint's Row: The Third sets out with a great ambition of giving the player freedom and an arsenal of fun elements to play with. Unfortunately, though, the game still falls a bit short with a somewhat childish sense of humour and quirky game mechanics.
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  3. EGM
    Jan 3, 2012
    80
    Despite my gripes with the multiplayer options, the 10-to-12-hour campaign's still very much worth the price of admission, and it needs to be seen to be believed-trust me, this game's done more than enough to earn its "M" rating from the ESRB.
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